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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN CARGO EXTENDED, 5.7 R, L31/KL8REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT VARIANT/TRIMSECTION 11 (ENGINE MECHANICAL - 4.3L UNIT REPAIR)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSPISTON & CONNECTING ROD DISASSEMBLE
2001 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.7 R, L31/KL8

Piston & Connecting Rod Disassemble

2001 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.7 R, L31/KL8SECTION Piston & Connecting Rod Disassemble
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Tools Required 

J 24086-C  Piston Pin Remover/Installer

  1. Remove the piston rings from the pistons.
    Fig 1: Piston Rings
    G02502849Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Press the piston pin from the connecting rod using the J 24086-C  . The piston pin has an interference fit into the connecting rod, and is full floating in the piston.
    Fig 2: Pressing Piston Pin From Connecting Rod
    G02502850Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Mark, separate, and organize the parts for assembly.
    Fig 3: Organizing Parts For Assembly
    G02502851Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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  • • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.